Ray in the Windy City

Friday, March 9, 2012

Geode Gilt

Browsing HauteLook today I came across a sale featuring beautiful jewelry by Nina Nguyen. Her pieces are made of raw gemstones and geodes. They reminded me of a hobby of mine from childhood. Ever since I can remember my dad has always had a fascination with geode, this is a love that he passed on to me. I could tell you the difference between igneous vs sedimentary and quartz vs calcites. (I know.. I ~~was~~ am a nerd.) I became obsessed with collecting rocks and stones and wondering what sparkly formations were inside. Once time on vacation we even went to a stone quarry where we chose a whole geode and got to watch them halve and polish the crystals inside. Discovering the beautiful insides of a seemingly regular rock was incredible. Anywho... Nina's jewelry reminded me of my childhood love and showed me that there are new and "grown-up" ways to rock a geode. Here are a few more of her lovely pieces. What do you think? Would you wear geodes?

**Images via HauteLook**

Also.. if you aren't a member on HauteLook I highly recommend joining. They have some fantastic deals. Click HERE to join and tell them I sent ya!

Happy Friday!

X ,

Ray

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Back in Action- A little Fashion Week

Its been months my dear ones.. Please forgive me, I have been lazy. I promise to bring you new posts from now on in a timely manner! Anywho, today we will ease into things with a quick snap from one of my top pics from the recent Giorgio Armani 2012 Fall RTW show in Milan. I almost died when I saw this outfit... the fedora, the coral, the cowl neck!!! Too much to handle. **breathe** **breathe** As much as I yearn for Spring to be here, this collection makes wish it were Fall! See the entire collection over at NY Magazine.

Which designer or piece has caught your fancy!? Please share!

**Image via The Cut**

Happy Leap Day! Treat today as the extra gift it is and do something new/rare!

X ,

Ray

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Happy Faux-Turkey Day!!

I must admit, I do not eat Turkey but I would certainly indulge in these cute little guys!

To good friends, good food, good shopping and the Muppets (yes, I just said Muppets- squee!!)...

Happy Thanksgiving to All!

What are your plans for the long weekend?!

**Image via Our Best Bites***

X ,

Ray

Thursday, November 10, 2011

HAIRography

Today as I embark upon my trip to the hair salon I face the age old question...

Long or Short?

There have been many a debate over the subject with good reasoning on both sides. Including these two wonderful articles- Short v Long.
To me it comes down to
Long=
Feminine, Fairytale Rapunzel-esque, Shampoo ad bounce-&-shine- with-a-wind-machine-style
Short=
Gamine, Sophisticated, Adult, Chic, JustLikeAudreyHepburnInRomanHoliday

I've had experience with both styles as I got stir crazy before college graduation and chopped 10+" off my locks.... But now it's back to über long.

What are your thoughts?! Long/ short/ dyed!? Suggestions!?
I will leave you with some lingering images so you can ponder too...

**Images via.. well.. Google Search**

Happy Thursday!!
X ,
Ray

Monday, September 12, 2011

Cheap Chic: Missoni for Target

via Target

T-Minus 1 day until the Missoni for Target collection is available! The collection which consists of a staggering 400 pieces will be available at select Target stores from September 13 trough October 22nd. Miracle of all miracles I happen to start late tomorrow and am planning on being at my local "Tar-Jay" as soon as it opens! Browsing through the lookbook over at Fashionista I find myself drawn to the accessories and home decor pieces more than the clothing. They are a bit overwhelming for me.. I am a creature of habit who likes neutrals despite loving Missoni prints (not sure how that works?!) Anywho, below are a few of my picks I am hoping to score mañana! Check out the lookbook HERE and let me know what your favorites are!